6 Ways to Manage Stress at Work
According to recent research, job insecurity, heavy workload, and unfair pay are all factors that have an impact on people’s mental health. But while you might feel helpless and stressed at times, there are ways you can empower yourself and change your job situation for good. Here are six ways to stress less about work. Recommended Read: How Your Workplace Affects Your Mental Health Identifying stressor You can keep a journal for a week and list everything from people to situations that stress you out. Once you have identified what causes you stress, and your own response to it, you can work on ways to either eliminate the stressor or modify your responses. This way you will be acting rather than reacting and will take control of your situations. Eliminating interruptions – Focusing on one task at a time will not only increase your productivity but will aid in reducing stress too. Recommended Read: 7 Signs Your Job Is Stressing You Out Relaxing and recharging Learning relaxation techniques can eliminate stress completely. Try deep breathing, whenever you feel out of control or feel stress building up. Also, practice things you like – take a walk, read, catch a movie or if you are lucky enough, take regular vacations.